Number of employees: A small core of full-time employees, with several dozen contract employees

Number of locations: 1

Owner: Darren Corliss

What the business does: The company offers interior and exterior painting for residences and businesses, with a color consultation, as well as cabinet work, pressure washing, sheet rock repair, siding treatment and more.

How long it’s been in existence: 12 years

How it started: Corliss decided to branch out on his own after working for a paint company that is no longer in business.

The most important quality of the people you hire: Friendly, customer-service oriented people, Corliss said. “We become friends with our customers because we’re in a position where we’re inside their home,” he said. “What’s really important is getting comfortable with people while we’re working with them.”

Are you hiring?: No

Do you offer any unique employee perks?: A friendly working environment

Why are you in Kitsap County?: Corliss’ family has lived in Kitsap since 1898. “I like the people here in Kitsap County. It’s a great community.”